CPSC, Gen-X Sports Incorporated Announce Recall of Skateboard Ramp
CPSC recall 03031 · announced November 7, 2002 · Gen-x Sports · 88,000 units affected
The product
The recalled ramps include the Rage SSD (model 310937) and Skate Attack SSD (model 312912). The ramps are black and have a sticker with the Rage or Skate Attack logo and name on each side. The four peg holes, used to anchor the ramp, are located on the underside of the ramp in each corner. The ramps are 39 inches long, 28 inches wide and as high as 12 inches.
The hazard
The ramps can crack, causing users to fall and suffer injuries.
What to do (per CPSC)
Consumers should stop using these ramps immediately and contact Gen-X to receive a refund.
Notes
Incidents (per CPSC): Gen-X Sports has received one report of the ramp cracking. The user, who was riding a scooter at the time of the incident, fell and broke his collarbone.
Sold at: Discount department and sports stores sold the ramps nationwide, from March 2002 through September 2002, for between $20 and $40.
Consumer contact: For more information on returning the ramps, consumers can contact Gen-X toll-free at (866) 846-4369 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday. Consumers can also visit the firm's web site at www.genxsportsinc.com
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.